Day Support Professional

Day Support Professional

Location: 241 Greenhouse Road Lexington VA
Employer: Rockbridge Area Community Services (RACS)

ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES RACS is currently seeking a motivated qualified individual to work in our coverage area of Rockbridge and Bath County and the Cities of Lexington and Buena Vista. RACS will provide training supervision and education opportunities specific to the position.

Why Join RACS

Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health substance use and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.

We offer a supportive work environment competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Pay
• State Retirement Plan
• Health Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Position Overview:

Full-time position responsible for supporting adults with developmental disabilities to gain knowledge in activities of daily living community integration communication and social skills; administer medications complete documentation and drive agency vehicles.

Essential Work Performance Areas:

• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve and address routine issues
• Works well as part of a team e.g. respects others opinions shares workload as appropriate demonstrates flexibility
• Projects positive attitude toward program participants staff and other agencies; treats program participants staff and other agencies in a caring and respectful fashion; mindful of individual cultural and ethnic differences
• Maintains appropriate professional boundaries (e.g. with program participants other staff agencies etc.)
• Sets appropriate priorities plans work systematically uses time wisely
• Displays enthusiasm motivation and takes initiative
• Actively participates in supervision; utilizes supervision appropriately; is responsive to constructive feedback; consults with supervisor as necessary when crises or situations beyond the norm arise
• Demonstrates openness and willingness to change; initiates change when necessary; encourages others to accept change
• Perform other duties as assigned to include assignments/duties at other sites inclusive of Day Support and Day Support Group Homes as directed by the Program Supervisor/Unit Director consistent with Rockbridge Area Community Services policies procedures and mission

Qualifications:

• Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities; or
• Possess the life experiences/skills and knowledge to successfully perform position requirements
• Strong communication documentation and organizational skills
• Energetic positive enthusiastic and adaptable problem solver
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Valid drivers license and safe driving record in accordance with RACS policies are required

Background Investigation Requirements:

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period:

All persons that are newly hired rehired transferred promoted or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority